In a Sunday interview with 60 Minutes, former President Donald Trump stated he may never forgive some of his political opponents, even if forgiveness were required to enter heaven. The remarks came during a wide-ranging discussion with CBS News correspondent Ross Douthat, covering topics including potential future impeachment, bipartisan cooperation, and his administration’s legacy.
Trump rules out third impeachment; cites past cooperation with Democrats
During the interview, Trump expressed skepticism that Democrats would attempt to impeach him a third time after retaking control of Congress in January. He noted that despite two prior impeachments, he had successfully worked with Democrats during his first term. "I did it for four years," Trump said. "What they did with me was, there's never been [such] weaponization. They impeached me twice. And there are those that say that worked out to my advantage."
When asked directly whether Democrats would pursue impeachment again, Trump replied, "I can't imagine it, you know? Look, what have I done? I've had the best two years in the history of the presidency."
Trump acknowledges inability to forgive political rivals
Trump also addressed the possibility of forgiveness toward figures he has clashed with, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and former FBI Director James Comey. He stated that even "before the judgment throne of God," he doubted he could forgive them, describing them as "extremely dishonest people" and "very bad people."
Pelosi’s office and Comey’s team did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Context: Midterms, bipartisan relations, and political strategy
Trump’s comments followed the 2022 midterm elections, in which Democrats made gains in Congress. While he expressed openness to working with the new Democratic majority, he also framed his past conflicts with the party as evidence of a politically motivated opposition. He suggested that the two impeachments had ultimately benefited him politically, a claim he has made previously.
The interview marked Trump’s first major sit-down since the midterms and touched on his broader political strategy moving forward, including potential deal-making with Democrats despite ongoing tensions.